Why I Love This Recipe

This is the kind of dinner that tastes like peak summer. The chicken is smoky, citrusy, and perfectly juicy, while the fresh peach salsa adds little bursts of sweetness that make every bite pop. It’s colorful, fresh, and light enough for a warm evening, but still filling enough to keep you satisfied. I look forward to peach season every year just so I have another excuse to make this recipe.

Enjoying The Leftovers

This Cilantro Lime The chicken reheats beautifully, and the peach salsa stays fresh for a couple of days, making this an easy meal prep option. Keep everything separate and build fresh bowls whenever you’re ready to eat. with Peach Salsa stores well for easy meal prep, as long as you keep the chicken and salsa separate for the best texture and freshness.

Storing

Store the chicken, rice, and peach salsa in separate airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Keeping the salsa separate helps preserve its fresh texture and bright flavor.

Reheating

Warm the chicken and rice until heated through, then top with the chilled peach salsa just before serving. Finish with an extra squeeze of fresh lime and a sprinkle of cilantro to bring all the flavors back to life.

A pan of lime chicken with cilantro on top.
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Cilantro Lime Chicken with Peach Salsa

Fresh peaches, juicy cilantro lime chicken, and fluffy rice come together for a bowl that's full of bright summer flavor. This Cilantro Lime Chicken with Peach Salsa is an easy weeknight dinner that's colorful, high in protein, and the perfect balance of smoky, sweet, and zesty.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
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Servings 4

Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken thighs, cubed
  • 2 tbsp avocado oil, divided
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • juice of 1/2 lime
  • 2 tbsp cilantro, chopped
  • Served with your choice of rice
For the peach salsa
  • 2-3 large peaches, chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 jalapeno chopped & seeds removed
  • Juice of 1/2 lime
  • Salt to taste
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Instructions

  • Add all the chicken seasoning and 1 tbsp of avocado oil in a medium bowl and mix well.
  • Preheat a large pan to medium-high heat and add 1 tbsp of avocado oil.
  • Once hot, add the seasoned chicken and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fully cooked.
  • While the chicken is cooking, chop up all the salsa ingredients and add to a medium-sized bowl.
  • Add the juice of 1/2 lime and season with a sprinkle of salt. Mix everything together and taste. Add more lime juice or salt as needed.
  • Once the chicken is cooked, turn off the heat and squeeze the juice of half a lime over it. Then top with the freshly chopped cilantro and mix.
  • Serve the cilantro lime chicken over rice with the peach salsa and enjoy!

Equipment

saute pan
cutting board
mixing bowls
measuring cups

Nutrition Per Serving

Calories: 362kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 26g | Fiber: 2g